Tag: "honda"

Ferris teases taking another day off… world explodes

Ferris teases taking another day off… world explodes

[ 1 ] January 27, 2012 by Mark

It is one of the most beloved movies of all time. A true masterpiece of teenage angst that literally everyone who has ever seen it can relate to in one form or another. The movie I’m referring to is Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and unless you have been under a rock, or cornered by a [...]

Is this the new Acura NSX?

Is this the new Acura NSX?

[ 0 ] October 18, 2011 by Mark

Honda has hinted around for several years now that a new high end sports car would be back, either as the NSX or something new entirely, but little more than the above mentioned hinting has been seen by the public. However, this recent spy photo from the set of The Avengers shows Mr Stark with [...]

Honda recalls vehicles due to same issue as Toyota

Honda recalls vehicles due to same issue as Toyota

[ 0 ] October 25, 2010 by Rick

Last week we reported that Toyota was recalling vehicles due to an issue with the brake master cylinder that could cause leaks and reduced braking ability if the wrong fluid was used. Well, it is now obvious that the recall is based on a part produced by a supplier as Honda has begun its own [...]

Honda recalls almost 400,000 due to bad ignition interlock

Honda recalls almost 400,000 due to bad ignition interlock

[ 0 ] August 10, 2010 by Rick

The ignition interlock on a vehicle ensures the vehicle is in the park position before the key can be removed to be sure that you don’t depart your vehicle and have it roll away on you. Well, apparently the ignition interlock in some 2003 and 2004 Honda Civics, Accords, and Elements can wear out prematurely [...]

Friday Beerblog: How not to haul a car

Friday Beerblog: How not to haul a car

[ 0 ] July 23, 2010 by Rick

The following video has some course language, so if you’re easily offended, have kids in the room, or are at work — turn the volume down, chase the kids away, or wait until you get home! You’ve been warned! Take note – DO NOT try to use plastic car ramps and bridge the gap between [...]

Alan Mulally compensation is Bigfoot sized

Alan Mulally compensation is Bigfoot sized

[ 0 ] July 1, 2010 by Rick

Ford Motor Company’s chief exec, Alan Mulally, reportedly has compensation equal to $17.9 million dollars. In comparison, the CEO’s of Toyota, Nissan, and Honda collectively make in the neighborhood of $2.5 million. It is not uncommon for American executives to be paid more than overseas counterparts, but Mulally is currently alone in this league as [...]

Recall of the day – Acura TSX

Recall of the day – Acura TSX

[ 0 ] May 5, 2010 by Rick

Now Honda of America has jumped into the fray and has said it will recall 2004-2008 Acura TSX models due to premature power steering hose deterioration. Under prolonged exposure to high under hood heat, the hoses may crack and leak power steering fluid which could cause a fire. Honda has said it will contact owners [...]